GE 27420 - Manual (Page 2)

Inserting a Pause in the
Dialing Sequence
When storing information in memory, press the #PAUSE
button twice within one second to insert a delay in the
dialing sequence of a stored telephone number when a
pause is needed to wait for a dial tone (for example after you
dial 9 for an outside line, or to wait for a computer access
tone). PAUSE shows on the display as a “P. “ Each pause
counts as 1 digit in the dialing sequence.
Reviewing and Deleting
Stored Numbers
1. Press MEMORY, then use the CID/VOL (  or  ) buttons
to view the entry.
2. While the entry is displayed, press CHAN/DELETE button
to delete the entry. The display shows DELETE?
3. Press CHAN/DELETE again to delete the entry. DELETED
shows in the display.
Chain Dialing from Memory
Use this feature to make calls which require a sequence
of numbers such as using a calling card for a frequently
called long distance number. Basically, you dial each part of
the sequence from memory. The following example shows
how you can use chain dialing to make a call through a long
distance service:
The Number For Memory Location
Long distance access number 7
Authorization code 8
Frequently called long distance number 9
1. Make sure the phone is ON.
2. Press MEMORY and then press 7.
3. When you hear the access tone, press MEMORY again
and then press 8.
4. At the next access tone, press MEMORY and then 9.
TIP: Wait for the access tones between pressing the
MEMORY button, or your call might not go through.
Connecting the Belt Clip
There are two slots, one on each side of the handset.
Attach the belt clip by inserting the sides of the belt clip
into the slots. Snap the ends of the belt clip into place.
Replacing the Battery
The handset runs on a consumer-replaceable battery
located inside the battery pack. If you experience any of
the following problems, you may need to replace the
battery:
• Short talk time
• Poor sound quality
• Limited range
• In use indicator light fails to light
Make sure the telephone is OFF before you replace the
battery.
1. Use a screw-driver to loosen the
screw on the battery compartment
door.
2. Remove the battery compartment
door.
3. Disconnect the battery plug from
the jack in the handset battery
pack compartment and remove the
battery.
4. Connect the plug of the new
battery pack into the jack inside the
handset,and then insert the new
battery pack into the compartment.
5. Close the battery compartment by
pushing the door up until it snaps
into place.
6. Fasten the screw of the battery
compartment door.
7. Place the handset into the charging cradle of the radio
unit to charge.
Transferring CID Records to
Memory
You may transfer a CID record to your phone’s memory.
NOTE: It is important that you format CID records
correctly before storing in memory. It is not possible to
re-format CID records stored in memory.
1. Use the CID/VOL (  or  ) button to scroll to the
desired record.
2. Press the MEMORY button.
3. Press the desired memory location. You will hear a
confirmation tone. Example, press the number 1 key
to store the record in memory location 1.
To replace a CID record stored in a memory location with
a new CID record:
1. Repeat steps 1 through 2.
2. Press the MEMORY button and REPLACE MEMO?
shows in the display.
3. Press *EXIT/TONE to exit, or press MEMORY again
and the new CID record replaces the old CID record
in that memory location. You will hear a confirmation
tone.
Deleting a CID Record
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Use the CID/VOL (  or  ) button to display the
desired Caller ID record.
3. Press the CHAN/DELETE button. The display shows
DELETE?
4. Press the CHAN/DELETE button again to erase
the record showing in the display. You will hear a
confirmation tone. The display shows DELETED and
the next Caller CID record shows in the display.
Deleting All CID Records
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Use the CID/VOL (  or  ) button to display any
Caller ID record.
3. Press and hold CHAN/DELETE button until the unit
beeps and DELETE ALL? shows in the display.
4. Press the CHAN/DELETE button again to erase all CID
records. You will hear a confirmation tone, and the
display shows NO CALLS.
Dialing a CID Number
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Use the CID/VOL (  or  ) button to display the
desired Caller ID record.
3. Press TALK/call back button. The number dials
automatically.
Changing the CID Number
Format
The FORMAT button lets you change the format of the
displayed CID number. The available formats are as
follows.
7-digit
7-digit telephone number.
10-digit 3-digit area code + 7-digit telephone number.
11-digit long distance code “1” + 3-digit area code +
7-digit telephone number.
1. Use the CID/VOL (  or  ) button to scroll to the
number you want to call back.
2. If the number will not dial as shown, press the
FORMAT button. Repeat if necessary, until the correct
number of digits are shown.
3. Press TALK/call back button. The number dials
automatically.
Memory
Store up to ten 24-digit numbers in memory for quick
dialing. This memory feature is in addition to the 40
Caller ID records that can be stored in the Caller ID
memory log.
Storing a Name and Number
in Memory
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Press the MEMORY button.
3. Press the desired memory location (0 through 9).
4. Press the MEMORY button again. The display shows
ENTER NAME (up to 15 characters).
NOTE: If you don’t want to enter the name, skip step 5.
5. Use the touch-tone pad to enter the name (up to 15
characters).
For example, to enter the name Bill Smith, press the
two key twice for the letter B, press the four key three
times for the letter I, and press the five key three times
for the letter L. After one second, press the five key
three times again for the second letter L and press the
one key to insert a space between the letter L and S.
Press the seven key four times for the letter S, press
the six key once for the letter M, press the four key
three times for the letter I, press the eight key once for
the letter T, and press the four key twice for the letter H.
NOTE: If you enter a wrong letter, press the CHAN/
DELETE button to backspace.
6. Press the MEMORY button to save the name. The
display shows ENTER TEL NUMBR.
7. Use the number keypad to enter the telephone
number you want to store (up to 24 digits).
8. Press MEMORY again to store the number. You will
hear a confirmation tone.
Changing a Stored Number
1. Repeat steps 1 through 7 in Storing a Name and
Number in Memory.
2. Press the MEMORY button and REPLACE MEMO?
shows in the display.
3. Press *EXIT/TONE to exit, or press the MEMORY
button to store the number. You will hear a
confirmation tone.
Storing a Redial Number
1. Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and
Number in Memory.
2. Press the REDIAL button.
3. Press the MEMORY button to store the number. You
will hear a confirmation tone.
To replace an old redial number stored in a memory
locations with a new redial number:
1. Repeat steps 1 through 6 in Storing a Name and
Number in Memory.
2. Press the REDIAL button.
3. Press the MEMORY button and REPLACE MEMO?
shows in the display.
4. Press *EXIT/TONE to exit, or press the MEMORY
button again and the new redial number replaces the
old redial number in that memory location. You will
hear a confirmation tone.
Dialing a Stored Number
1. Make sure the phone is ON by pressing the TALK/
call back button.
2. Press MEMORY button.
3. Press the number (0-9) for the desired memory location.
The number dials automatically.
- OR -
1. Make sure the phone is OFF (not in TALK mode).
2. Press MEMORY button.
3. Use the CID/VOL (  or  ) button to scroll through the
numbers stored in memory until the desired number is
shown.
4. Press TALK/call back. The numbers dial automatically.
Display Messages
The following indicators show the status of a message or
of the unit.
INCOMPLETE DATA
CID information is interrupted
during transmission or the phone
line is excessively noisy.
ENTER NAME Prompt telling you to enter the
name for one of the 10 memory
locations.
ENTER TEL NUMBR Prompt telling you to enter the
telephone number for one of the
10 memory locations.
DELETE? Prompt asking if you want to
erase CID records or one of the
10 numbers stored in the phone’s
outgoing memory.
DELETE ALL? Prompt asking if you want to
erase all CID records.
DELETED Prompt confirming the CID/
Memory record is erased.
END OF LIST Indicates that there is no
additional information in CID
memory.
BLOCKED NUMBER/ Indicates the caller’s name and
NAME number is blocked from
transmission.
NEW Indicates call or calls have not
been reviewed.
UNKNOWN NAME/ The incoming call is from
CALLER/NUMBER an area not serviced by CID or
the information was not sent.
PAGING Someone has pressed the PAGE
button on the base.
BLOCKED CALL The person is calling from a
number that has been blocked
from transmission.
BLOCKED NAME The person’s name is blocked
from transmission.
REPT Repeat call message. Indicates
that a new call from the same
number was received more than
once.
NO DATA No CID information was received.
EMPTY Indicates a memory location is
vacant.
NO CALLS Indicates no CID records have
been stored.
MESSAGE WAITING For subscribers of this services
from your phone company; it
indicates a message is waiting.
PRESS AND HOLD Prompt telling you to register the
FORMAT KEY handset to the base.
PRESS AND HOLD Prompt telling you to move the
BASE PAGE KEY handset near the base and press
and hold the base PAGE button.
REGISTERED Indicates registration process is
complete, and you should wait
until you hear a confirmation
tone.
Handset Sound Signals
Signal Meaning
A long warbling tone Signals an incoming call
(with ringer on)
One short and one long beep Page signal
Two beeps every 7 seconds
Low battery warning
Two long beeps Confirmation Tone
Three short beeps Error tone
Troubleshooting Tips
Caller ID Solutions
No Display
• Make sure the battery is fully charged and properly
installed and connected. Replace the battery.
• If you are using electrical power, make sure that the
unit is connected to a non-switched electrical outlet.
Disconnect the unit from the plug and plug it in again.
• To receive Caller ID information, you must be
subscribed to Caller ID service from your local
telephone company.
Caller ID Error Message
• The unit displays this message if it detects anything
other than valid Caller ID information during the silent
period after the first ring. This message indicates the
presence of noise on the line.
Telephone Solutions
No dial tone
• Check or repeat installation steps:
Make sure the base is plugged into a working outlet.
Make sure the telephone line cord is connected to the
base and the wall jack.
• Disconnect the base from the wall jack and connect
another phone to the same jack. If there is no dial
tone in the second phone, the problem might be your
wiring or local service.
• The handset may be out of range of the base. Move
closer to the base.
• Make sure the battery is properly charged (12 hours).
• Make sure the battery pack installed correctly.
• Did the handset beep when you pressed the TALK/
call back button? Did the display indicator turn on? The
battery may need to be charged.
• The handset may lose registration with the base unit;
follow the handset registration steps to re-register it to
the base unit.
Dial tone is OK, but can’t dial out
• Make sure the tone/pulse setting is programmed
correctly.
Handset does not ring
• Make sure the ringer on the handset is
turned ON. Press the RINGER button to check your
current setting.
• You may have too many extension phones on your
line. Try unplugging some phones.
• See solutions for “No dial tone.”
Handset Loses Registration ID
• The handset prompts you to re-register the handset to
the base to restore the registration ID.
You experience static, noise, or fading in and out
• Change channels
• Handset may be out of range of the base. Move closer
to the base.
• Relocate the base.
• Charge the battery.
• Make sure base is not plugged into an outlet with
another household appliance.
Unit beeps
• Place handset in remote charger for 20 seconds to
reset the security code. If that doesn’t work, charge
battery for 12 hours.
• See solutions for “No dial tone.”
• Replace the battery.
Memory Dialing
• Make sure memory location keys are correctly
programmed.
• Make sure you follow the proper dialing sequence.
• Make sure the tone/pulse setting is programmed
correctly.
• You must reprogram numbers into memory after a
power outage or battery replacement.
General Product Care
To keep your telephone working and looking good,
follow these guidelines:
• Avoid putting the phone near heating appliances and
devices that generate electrical noise (for example,
motors or fluorescent lamps).
• DO NOT expose to direct sunlight or moisture.
• Avoid dropping and other rough treatment to the
phone.
• Clean with a soft cloth.
• Never use a strong cleaning agent or abrasive powder
because this will damage the finish.
• Retain the original packaging in case you need to ship
the phone at a later date.
Causes of Poor Reception
• Aluminum siding.
• Foil backing on insulation.
• Heating ducts and other metal construction can shield
radio signals.
• You’re too close to appliances such as microwaves,
stoves, computers, etc.
• Atmospheric conditions, such as strong storms.
• Base is installed in the basement or lower floor of
the house.
• Base is plugged into an AC outlet with other
electronic devices.
• Baby monitor is using the same frequency.
• Handset battery is low.
• You’re out of range of the base.
Accessory Information
To order, call the nearest distributor for your area;
Ontario: (905) 624-8516
Manitoba: (204) 783-2088
British Columbia: (604) 438-8001
Quebec: (514) 352-9071
A shipping and handling fee will be charged upon ordering.
It is required by law to collect appropriate sales tax for each
individual state, country,
and locality to which the merchandise is being sent. Items are
subject to availability.
DESCRIPTION MODEL NO.
AC power adaptor 5-2684
Belt Clip 5-2685
Replacement Handset Battery 5-2461
Telephone Network
Information
Should your equipment cause trouble on your
line which may harm the telephone network, the
telephone company, where practicable, may notify
you that temporary discontinuance of service may
be required. Where prior notice is not practicable and
the circumstances warrant such action, the telephone
company may temporarily discontinue service
immediately.
The telephone company may make changes in its
communications facilities, equipment, operations
or procedures where such action is required in the
operation of its business. If these changes are expected
to affect the use or performance of your telephone
equipment, the telephone company will likely give you
adequate notice to allow you to maintain uninterrupted
service.
Notice must be given to the telephone company upon
termination of your telephone from your line.
REN Number
On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating,
among other information, the Ringer Equivalence
Number (REN) for the equipment.
The REN is useful in determining the number of devices
you may connect to your telephone line and still have
all of these devices ring when your telephone number is
called. In most (but not all) areas, the sum of the RENs of
all devices connected to one line should not exceed 5. To
be certain of the number of devices you may connect to
your line as determined by the REN, you should contact
your local telephone company.
Service
ATLINKS Communications Canada, Inc., warrants to
the purchaser or gift recipient that if any manufacturing
defect becomes apparent in this product within 1 year
from the original date of purchase, it will be replaced
free of charge, including return transportation.
This warranty does not include damage to the
product resulting from accidents, misuse or leaking
batteries.
Should your product not perform properly during the
warranty period, either:
1. Return it to the selling dealer with proof of
purchase for replacement,
OR
2. Remove the batteries (where applicable), and pack
product complete with accessories in the original
carton (or equivalent).
— Mail prepaid (with proof of purchase) and
insured to:
ATLINKS Communications Canada, Inc.
c/o Thomson multimedia Inc.
6200 Edwards Boulevard
Mississauga, Ontario
Canada L5T 2V7
The provisions of this written warranty are in addition
to and not a modification of or subtraction from the
statutory warranties and other rights and remedies
contained in any applicable legislation, and to the
extent that any such provisions purport to disclaim,
exclude or limit any such statutory warranties and
other rights and remedies, such provisions shall be
deemed to be amended to the extent necessary to
comply therewith.
If you are unable to find a qualified servicer for out of
warranty service, you may write to:
ATLINKS Communications Canada, Inc.
c/o Thomson multimedia Inc.
P.O. Box 0944
Indianapolis, Indiana, U.S.A.,
46206-0944
Attach your sales receipt to this booklet for future
reference. This information is required if service is
needed during the warranty period.
PURCHASE DATE _________________________________
_______________
NAME OF STORE _________________________________
_______________
NOTE: This product contains a nickel-cadmium
rechargeable battery and must be recycled or
disposed of properly. We suggest that you check
with your local Environmental Agency regarding
recycling or disposal.
Ni-Cd
Must be Recycled or
Disposed of Properly
Contains
Nickel-Cadmium
Rechargeable Battery
Allow the handset battery to properly charge (for 12
hours) prior to first use or when you install a new
battery. If you do not properly charge the phone, battery
performance is compromised.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or personal
injury, use only ATLINKS battery model 5-2461.
NOTE: If the radio unit is operated by the optional
4 AA batteries, the handset in the charging cradle
cannot be charged. To charge the handset, the radio
unit should connect to the electrical supply via the
power supply provided with the unit.
Battery Safety
Precautions
• Do not burn, disassemble, mutilate, or puncture. Like
other batteries of this type, toxic materials could be
released which can cause injury.
• To reduce the risk of fire or personal injury, use only
the battery listed in the User’s Guide.
• Keep batteries out of the reach of children.
• Remove batteries if storing over 30 days.